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justin@russo
21-02-2007, 11:31 PM
We always seem to be having trouble with the shafts in big hp commodores breaking especially when drag racing with slicks so we have had these shafts fabricated to solve the problem. They bolt straight in and can cope with 800+hp
Just thought you might like to take a look

http://www.trackchat.com.au/media/data/500/medium/RPtailshaft1.jpg
BOMI
21-02-2007, 11:38 PM
Bloody hell fellas, WOW they are sexy looking CV's

And 800 HP.

Good stuff, so come on, whats the damage to the wallet?

Troy :)
35R
22-02-2007, 07:00 AM
These look great, think i might need a set too..

Bomi check out the harrop CV upgrade (http://www.harrop.com.au/products/drive_line_and_suspension/adrv8013-axle.html) (the price!!) i think the russo 800hp+ CV's are less then half that, but correct me if i am wrong RP.
Elite SS
22-02-2007, 10:54 AM
Just a Question..not like I'm ever going to buy one, but, have they been tested and how, with the extra support (strenght) how does it go on a launch, do you get extra wheel grip or or do the wheels spin more due to the shafts not twisting on impact, just a question for my own curiosity.
Have they been tested on a track....

Cheers

Goran
35R
22-02-2007, 11:51 AM
Hi Goran

I believe Russo were testing these shafts with Sergen's GTS at WSID recently

pushing 1800kg+ down the quarter in the 9's

(there is a video around here somewhere)
235rwkw
22-02-2007, 01:51 PM
forgot to ask yesterday.

are they a little shorter than the oem ones????

that would be great to allow more camber correction on the rear without punching in the axles.
seedyrom
22-02-2007, 01:58 PM
Is there any further drivetrain loses through them?

Or is that what the stockers are like underneath the rubber boots?

http://trackchat.com.au/media/data/500/nirvana1.jpg


Are they both the same size and adjustable? or is it different ones for each side?
RedVYIISS
22-02-2007, 02:32 PM
The CHE boys had spares with them last drag day, fortunately didn't need to change any on the day..... mind you, my lame launch's were never going to break anything!

They look great, anyone doing some serious bracket racing should invest.... you'd be pissed if you broke one on the line!... and from mem, Eric's already done it on a bolt-on car.... no 800 hp jobbie there!
Elite SS
22-02-2007, 05:31 PM
Hi Goran

I believe Russo were testing these shafts with Sergen's GTS at WSID recently

pushing 1800kg+ down the quarter in the 9's

(there is a video around here somewhere)

Thanks for that Dunc...

If Sergens GTS can handle them, they should be basically un-breakable...
veewhytu
22-02-2007, 09:50 PM
[QUOTE=seedyrom;8095]Or is that what the stockers are like underneath the rubber boots?

Seedy, im sure someone will correct me if im wrong (ive never pulled the boots off one to have a look) but im guessing the OE shafts are a skinny cage type with a bearing race inside them similar to front wheel drive set ups.

Those big mutha universal joints wouldnt look out of place on a John Deere tractor! :up2sum:
Quadcams
22-02-2007, 10:05 PM
They look great!
Have you thought of doing anything for thr BA falcon sedans at a afordable price they would sell like hot cakes as the ones that have come out so far cost a small fortune.
BigKahuna
23-02-2007, 01:21 PM
Am I correct in thinking the 8's and 6's are all the same?? The factory ones that is.
DaveHAT
23-02-2007, 02:15 PM
Am I correct in thinking the 8's and 6's are all the same?? The factory ones that is.

Your thinking is correct Grant ... I'm currently running axels from a V6 in my SS.
OLS108
23-02-2007, 07:46 PM
Your thinking is correct Grant ... I'm currently running axels from a V6 in my SS.

with your 1/4 times i thought u were running a V6 ?
:whip:
just kidding.
Dave
lautray
24-02-2007, 03:51 PM
Nice work guys.
cosmo vyss
24-02-2007, 05:41 PM
Your thinking is correct Grant ... I'm currently running axels from a V6 in my SS.

I always thought you were two cylinders shy of of full set Dave:stick:

JB
:beer:
choppo
29-03-2007, 07:00 PM
We always seem to be having trouble with the shafts in big hp commodores breaking especially when drag racing with slicks so we have had these shafts fabricated to solve the problem. They bolt straight in and can cope with 800+hp
Just thought you might like to take a look

http://www.trackchat.com.au/media/data/500/medium/RPtailshaft1.jpg

Justin, email just sent to your work info email address
RedVYIISS
29-03-2007, 07:25 PM
Choppo,

Segen's GTS using these, doing 1.4 sec 60 footers and running high 9 sec quarter, you'll be right with these!
choppo
30-03-2007, 06:31 AM
Choppo,

Segen's GTS using these, doing 1.4 sec 60 footers and running high 9 sec quarter, you'll be right with these!

My only issue is vibration on a road car. Have seen a similar set of shafts before however the comment was they had too much vibration for a road car. Fine for track, but no good for daily driver. Have asked Justin the same question.
VooDoo
14-11-2007, 07:36 PM
bump for an old thread...Anyone using these on the street atm? Ive found both my axles are worn and in need of replacement so was looking at these but i use the car every day so vibration on the street is an issue.
10sec_rx7
14-11-2007, 10:25 PM
we have the BMR's in the race car, if i had have known these were out and about i would have brought them as the BMR's were close to $4k with the HD stub's for the diff!!